OeAD Ernst Mach Grant - UAS Worldwide (Fachhochschulen)
The OeAD Ernst Mach UAS (University of Applied Sciences) Grant is the Fachhochschule-focused variant of the Ernst Mach Grant for non-European Master's and PhD students in applied sciences. Provides EUR 1,150/month for up to 9 months at Austrian Fachhochschulen — strong fit for applied engineering, business, design, and health.
Popular Participating Universities
TU WienQuick info
Application status
Rolling intakeDAAD deadlines vary per program. Check the official site for the current intake window.
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.
What you get
- EUR 1,150 per month living allowance
- Health and accident insurance
- Maximum duration: 9 months
Requirements
Detailed requirements
- - Master's or PhD student in applied sciences
- - From a non-European university
- - Letter of acceptance from an Austrian Fachhochschule (University of Applied Sciences) supervisor
- - Applied research focus
Who can apply
Master's and PhD students from non-European universities in applied sciences fields seeking a research stay at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule).
Fields of study
Application window
Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.
Important dates
How to apply
- 1Step 1: Identify an Austrian Fachhochschule and supervisor in your applied field
- 2Step 2: Obtain a letter of acceptance
- 3Step 3: Submit application via OeAD online portal by 1 March or 1 October
- 4Step 4: Selection ~2 months after deadline
Provider
OeAD (Austrian Agency for Education and Internationalisation)
Austria
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